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COVID-19

Information and Updates

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Please select a topic below to view the most updated information around our policies and procedures related to COVID-19.

COVID-19 Vaccines

As of April 2, 2022, Health First is no longer operating the COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at 611 E. Sheridan Rd. Melbourne, FL 32901.

COVID-19 vaccines are widely available within the community. To find a COVID-19 vaccine near you, please visit vaccines.gov

For any questions regarding COVID-19 vaccinations including vaccine card replacement, please email vaccine@hf.org

Please continue to check this site for all Health First COVID-19 updates. Thank you.

COVID-19 Testing

Health First is providing COVID-19 testing at select locations for the following reasons:

  • Travel & Leisure - PCR COVID-19 testing is available for asymptomatic individuals for travel & leisure purposes. Results available within 24 hours. No provider's order required. Tests are self-pay ($125 per test) and will not be covered by insurance.
  • Symptomatic or Exposed Individuals - PCR COVID-19 testing is available for symptomatic individuals or those with known exposure. Results available within 72 hours. Provider's order required.
  • Pre-Operative or Pre-Admission - PCR COVID-19 testing is available for pre-operative or pre-admission purposes. Results available within 72 hours. Provider's order required.

The following is required at the time of your appointment:

  • Adults must present a valid government-issued ID
  • Minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. The parent or legal guardian will be required to present a valid government-issued ID
  • All insured individuals must present their insurance card. Please contact your insurance carrier if you have questions regarding coverage for COVID-19 testing. (Note: Travel & Leisure testing is self-pay only and will not be covered by insurance)

Mandatory reporting of your COVID results is required per Florida Dept. of Health. To avoid confusion and alarm, please note that you may be notified by the state of your results. Click here to learn more.

Antigen and PCR COVID-19 testing is also available at Health First | AdventHealth Centra Care locations throughout Brevard. Click here for more information.

Visiting a Health First Facility

Effective Monday, March 7th masks are no longer required for providers and associates who have abided by the CMS vaccine update.

Some individuals will continue to wear a mask due to an exemption status. Also, any (vulnerable) patient, visitor, customer, associate, or provider who wishes to wear a mask may continue to do so. Masks will continue to be available on request. Please click the button below for more information.


Family and Caregiver Resources

We are committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our patients, as well as support for families and caregivers. Please click the button below for helpful information and tips to assist those with a loved one experiencing a COVID-19 related hospital stay.


Supporting Our Healthcare Heroes

We are grateful for the outpouring generosity and support for our healthcare associates working tirelessly to care for our community during this heightened wave of the pandemic. Your encouraging messages and kind gestures brighten their toughest days.